Swede's Bay Lake
Le Sueur County, Minnesota
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Frequently Asked Questions About Swede's Bay Lake, MN
- How big is Swede's Bay Lake?
- How deep is Swede's Bay Lake?
- What are the closest cities to Swede's Bay Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Swede's Bay Lake area?
- Are there boat launches on Swede's Bay Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Swede's Bay Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Swede's Bay Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Swede's Bay Lake?
How big is Swede's Bay Lake?
How deep is Swede's Bay Lake?
What are the closest cities to Swede's Bay Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Swede's Bay Lake area?
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Are there boat launches on Swede's Bay Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near Swede's Bay Lake?
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What aquatic invasive species are found in Swede's Bay Lake?
Join us in the fight to prevent the spread of invasive species These sneaky creatures can hitch a ride on boats, clinging onto propellers, anchor lines, and trailers. They can even survive in hidden places like bilge water and ballast tanks, or disguise themselves in dirt and sand that sticks to nets, buckets, anchors, and waders. But don't worry, we have the power to stop them in their tracks with just a few simple steps. So let's do our part and protect our waters from these unwanted invaders.
History & Status of the Fishery
Swede's Bay is shallow (maximum depth 6 ft) and is the southernmost lake in the Jefferson Chain of Lakes in southern Le Sueur Co. A fishery survey was conducted on Swede's Bay in August 2002 to assess the fish community and lake characteristics. Black bullhead were abundant in Swede's Bay, but bluegill, yellow perch, and black crappie were also common. Black crappie up to 12 inches were present, although most were around 8 to 9 inches long. Bluegill were up to 8 inches long. Largemouth bass and walleye were also present and may offer good angling opportunities.There is no public access on Swede's Bay, but the lake can be accessed through the shallow channel from East Jefferson Lake.
What is the average air temp for Swede's Bay Lake?
Are there any state parks near Swede's Bay Lake?
For more Minnesota State Park information see our State Park Guide.
More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Swede's Bay Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| East Jefferson Lake | 1.1 mi | 685 | 37 ft |
| Middle Jefferson Lake | 1.4 mi | 667 | 8 ft |
| Unnamed Lake | 1.4 mi | 12 | |
| German Lake | 2.4 mi | 792 | 51 ft |
| Huoy Lake | 2.6 mi | 47 | |
| Roemhildts Lake | 2.7 mi | 71 | 60 ft |
| West Jefferson Lake | 2.8 mi | 439 | 24 ft |
| Lake Henry | 2.9 mi | 346 | |
| Silver Lake | 3.0 mi | 17 | |
| Bossuot Lake | 3.1 mi | 151 |
